Melissa Manzuk

Melissa Manzuk is a highly experienced healthcare professional who has held various leadership roles in healthcare organizations such as Advocate Health, UW Health, Rush University Medical Center, and NorthShore University HealthSystem. With a background in Physician Assistant studies and a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management, Melissa has extensive experience in overseeing Advanced Practice Providers in surgical specialties, initiating Ventricular Assist Device Programs, managing cardiac surgery divisions, and developing protocols and educational programs. Melissa's career highlights include managing critically ill patients in the Pediatric Surgical Heart Unit, leading the Mechanical Circulatory Assist Device Program, and coordinating ECMO and Acute Cardiogenic Shock Programs. She is a dedicated and skilled professional who excels in operational, financial, and programmatic leadership in healthcare settings.